955.1 Principle
There are five boxes at the end of the Judges Score Sheets for marks on General Impression observed by the judges throughout the whole test.

955.2 Paces
Regularity and freedom (if Four-in-Hand, or Pair, maintenance of pace by all horses). The quality of paces in each movement is marked under the appropriate movement. The mark for the general impression must reflect paces and transitions during the whole test.

955.3 Impulsion
Moving forward, engagement of the hind quarters (if Four-in-Hand or Pair, all Horses working). The level of impulsion may vary between movements and pace, but the mark for impulsion must reflect the performance of the Horses throughout the Test, in all trot and canter paces.

955.4 Obedience and Lightness
Response to aids, willing and without resistance. Correctness of bend. Suppleness, acceptance of the bit.

955.5 Athlete
5.1 Use of aids, handling of reins and whip, position on the box, accuracy of figures. The mark must reflect the consistent level of accuracy and quality of transitions.

5.2 Para-Equestrian Athletes in able-bodied competitions.
Athletes may salute with a nod of their head only. Hats must not be removed at the salute, and contact must be maintained on the reins during the halt and salute.

955.6 Presentation
6.1 Dress of Athlete and Grooms, cleanliness, fitness, matching and condition of Horses, carriage and fitting and correctness of harness.

Please note:  This RCP originates from the FEI not the ADS.  It has been Proposed but not yet Approved, and therefore may be changed or withdrawn by the FEI.  It may impact the ADS if approved by the FEI.  Members have the opportunity to provide feedback on the impact the RCP would have on the ADS if it is approved by the FEI and adopted by the ADS.

Both the Combined Driving Committee and the Driven Dressage Committee propose an exception to this FEI Rule Change Proposal.  The proposed exception would retain the current FIVE boxes for General Impressions at the end of the score sheet and allow Organizers to have Presentation at the Halt under appropriate conditions. 

2 Dec 18 BOD approve with modification: The CDC and DDC move to use the existing language in the Combined Driving section for Article 955.1,.2,.3,.4,.5 as the ADS exception to the FEI 2019 rule change to reduce collective marks in Dressage. This language will also be used in the Dressage section of the Rulebook for Article 523.